On June 18, Game 5 of the NBA Playoff Finals will be played between Boston and Dallas. Starts at 3:30 Moscow time. Experts have already made a forecast: they consider the hosts as favorites. You can bet the Celtics to win by 1.38 and the Mavericks’ odds are estimated at 3.15.
Odds of bookmakers for the fifth game of the NBA playoffs finals “Boston” – “Dallas” on June 18, 2024
Analysts believe that the meeting between the Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks will not be productive: a total of more than 213.5 points costs 2.13 and a total of less than 213.5 points costs 1.59. Bets on the match going to extra time can be placed for 16.5.
Analysis and forecast for the fifth game of the Boston-Dallas series (06/18/2024)
Here we are at the climax of the NBA season. On June 18, in Game 5 of the final playoff series, the Boston Celtics will host the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden. The referee will put the ball into play at 15:30 Moscow time.
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In three games of the final series, the Celtics seemed unstoppable and naturally led with a score of 3-0. However, the lack of concentration and, to a certain extent, fatigue were felt in the fourth match, which the Celts lost (84:122).
Perhaps the best indicator of Boston’s dismal performance is the fact that Jayson Tatum scored only 15 points. Furthermore, this was the best result among Celtics players. One of the characteristics of Joe Mazzulla’s offensive scheme is the emphasis on three-point shooting, which could cost the club dearly if the team’s leaders begin to make mistakes.
Boston’s problems likely began with the absence of Kristaps Porzingis. Before the fourth game he had health problems and the Latvian was on the bench the entire game. Without him, the Celts couldn’t fight under the basket and the Mavericks had 13 offensive rebounds.
Derek Lively made a huge contribution to Dallas’ victory, recording 11 points and 12 rebounds. The center skillfully chose his position under the basket, defended himself reliably and even scored a three-pointer in the playoffs for the first time in his career.
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Boston’s defense in the last meeting was disappointing, because after the exchanges Doncic found himself in an advantageous position and again and again pushed his opponents without a safety net. In the end, the Slovenian scored 29 points and, most importantly, preserved his strength for the next game. Let’s not forget the serious knee injury with which Luka is playing with pain in these playoffs.
Also worth noting is Kyrie Irving’s first personal victory in games with Boston since 2021. The defender had a shaky final series, but in the last game he was extremely focused on his shots and skillfully played the ball. He scored 21 points, but it is not even this result that is worth highlighting, but rather his confidence in the correct choice of the development of the attack.
It is very important that Jason Kidd finally achieved a coherent offensive game off the bench. 13 Mavericks basketball players scored points in the game, which will add confidence to the team heading into game five of the series.
But the Celtics will remain the favorites of the game, and this is quite reasonable, since failure in a game does not mean crisis. After a tough loss last game, Boston leaders Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are finding it much easier to find motivation.
On defense, the Celts will closely monitor Doncic, who is still having a hard time playing in these playoffs, and Dallas’ attack is not very variable.
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Fan support and the desire to finish the final series at home are unlikely to pressure the Celtics. They don’t need to invent anything, just follow their usual game plan, maintaining maximum concentration. We recommend betting on Boston’s victory with a handicap (-6.5) for 1.89.
Prediction and bets for the NBA playoff game “Boston” – “Dallas” on June 18, 2024
The Celtics will look to maximize the production of their star Tatum-Brown duo and will likely focus more on their three-point shooting in this game. “Dallas” gave their best in the last match, but it will not be possible to repeat the result of the last match. Joe Mazzulla’s team is more systematic, coherent and less dependent on one player, unlike the Mavericks. We believe Boston will win at home and win the championship.
Tender: Boston victory with a handicap (-6.5) by 1.89.
